Recyclable Architecture: Prefabricated and Recyclable Typologies

Ferreira Silva, Marielle; Jayasinghe, Laddu Bhagya; Waldmann, Danièle; Hertweck, Florian

Reference : Recyclable Architecture: Prefabricated and Recyclable Typologies


	Document type :	Scientific journals : Article
	Discipline(s) :	Engineering, computing & technology : Architecture
	To cite this reference:	http://hdl.handle.net/10993/42885

Title :	Recyclable Architecture: Prefabricated and Recyclable Typologies
Language :	English
Author, co-author :	Ferreira Silva, Marielle [University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Language and Literature, Humanities, Arts and Education (FLSHASE) > Identités, Politiques, Sociétés, Espaces (IPSE) >]
	Jayasinghe, Laddu Bhagya [University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Science, Technology and Communication (FSTC) > Engineering Research Unit >]
	Waldmann, Danièle [University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Science, Technology and Communication (FSTC) > Engineering Research Unit >]
	Hertweck, Florian [University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Language and Literature, Humanities, Arts and Education (FLSHASE) > Identités, Politiques, Sociétés, Espaces (IPSE) >]
Publication date :	12-Feb-2020
Journal title :	Sustainability
Publisher :	Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
Special issue title :	Recent Progresses and New Strategies on Recycled Materials and Reused Components for Sustainable Civil Infrastructures
Peer reviewed :	Yes (verified by ORBi^lu)
Audience :	International
ISSN :	2071-1050
e-ISSN :	2071-1050
City :	Basel
Country :	Switzerland
Keywords :	[en] recyclable architecture ; disassembly ; adaptation
Abstract :	[en] Buildings are being demolished without taking into the account the waste generated, and the housing shortage problem is getting more critical as cities are growing and the demand for built space and the use of resources are increasing. Architectural projects have been using prefabrication and modular systems to solve these problems. However, there is an absence of structures that can be disassembled and reused when the structure’s life ran its course. This paper presents three building prototypes of new recyclable architectural typologies: (i) a Slab prototype designed as a shelf structure where wooden housing modules can be plugged in and out, (ii) a Tower prototype allowing for an easy change of layout and use of different floors and (iii) a Demountable prototype characterized by the entire demountability of the building. These typologies combine modularity, flexibility, and disassembling to address the increasing demands for multi-use, re-usable and resource-efficient constructions. Design, drawings, plans, and 3D models are developed, tested and analyzed as a part of the research. The results show that the implementation of the recyclable architectural concept at the first design stage is feasible and realistic, and ensures the adaptation through time, increases life span, usability and the material reusability, while avoiding demolition, which in turn reduces the construction waste and, consequently, the CO2 emissions.
Funders :	European Regional Development Fund
Name of the research project :	ECON4SD Eco-construction for sustainable development
Permalink :	http://hdl.handle.net/10993/42885
Other URL :	https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/12/4/1342

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